301 E 52nd St Unit La, New York City, NY, 10022

<p><span>Experience true 'wow factor' in this exceptionally designed fully appointed duplex home, with private outdoor space,that had the distinction of being the main feature in the New York</span><span> Times Sunday real estate section August of 2018.</span><span>As you enter the home, your eye is drawn across a long high-ceilinged gallery, with its brightly polished herringbone floors, to the first of the many large and impressive solid steel windows that are the undisputed signature element of the apartment.</span><span></span><span>At the end of the gallery, you enter what can only be called a 'great room' with 14-foot ceilings atop a generous footprint that creates a volume of space that easily accommodates both living and dining. There is a wood burning fireplace in the center of the room and other appointments include a wet bar and a drop-down projection screen with the room wired for surround sound.</span><span></span><span>One might sense a bit of a mid-century California vibe from the steel window style creating a 'glass house' feel with panels that open to a sunny terrace with a white brick garden wall as backdrop.</span><span></span><span>The terrace floor is itself a beautifully unique architectural element of steel and glass.</span></p><p>The adjacent kitchen is another voluminous space featuring custom cabinetry, quartzite counters and a Moroccan tile backsplash with the central focal point a large, marble, waterfall design island. The kitchen is fully appointed with Sub-Zero refrigeration, a Viking 6 burner range, dual ovens and a Monogram wine refrigerator. A key element for those that truly cook is the external vented high-power blower. The main level also features a powder room replete with Ann Sacks tile.</p><p>A custom architectural steel staircase leads you to the bedroom level where you first find a library wall running the length of the bedroom hall. As you enter the master suite you are met by a sitting area with its own wood burning fireplace. The sitting area is divided from the sleep area by a louvered half wall, again adding to a hint of mid-century design. There is a wall of glass leading to a large terrace with half the terrace open to the sky and the other half sitting below the steel and glass terrace above. The master bath features a sizeable walk-in shower and double sinks. You also find two walk-in closets a hidden laundry and a lovely built-in vanity that completes the suite. There are two additional bedrooms and a second bath with elegant Ann Sacks tile.</p><p>Of special note, and not to be overlooked is an extensive Lutron HomeWorks QS full-home lighting system that powers high-end architectural and decorative lighting throughout along with a split AC system allowing for individual room control. 301 East 52^nd Street is a full-service doorman building on a quiet residential street with the convenience of a parking garage just steps from the building. A great location with an abundance of services and restaurants and easy access to the rest of the city. Showings begin with an Open House on Sunday April 2^nd from 12PM to 1PM.</p>